Gloria’s Gab Live | Mimmi Balaam on Leading the Junior Orange Bowl & Empowering Miami’s Youth

In this episode of Gloria’s Gab Live, host Gloria Burns sits down with Mimmi Balaam, Executive Director of the Junior Orange Bowl, to talk about her incredible journey from competitive rowing to community leadership in Miami. 🌴

Mimmi shares how her athletic background shaped her career, the exciting new initiatives for youth basketball and tennis, and upcoming inclusive programs for kids with disabilities.

If you love Miami, youth sports, and inspiring stories of leadership and purpose — this episode is for you!

🔶 Topics Covered:

Mimmi Balaam’s journey from rowing to nonprofit leadership

The evolution of the Junior Orange Bowl in Miami

Expanding opportunities in youth basketball & tennis

Empowering children with disabilities through sports

Big plans for the future of the Junior Orange Bowl

🎧 Subscribe to Gloria’s Gab Live for more conversations with Miami’s inspiring leaders, changemakers, and community builders.

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